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Torre Vella Exhibition Space
Historic defensive tower used for cultural exhibitions and contemporary art shows; Salou’s best-known small museum venue.
Cheapest price on Sep 04
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$37
Fastest journey on Sep 04
7 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
7 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 04
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pamplona to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pamplona to Salou will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 1 buses from Pamplona to Salou, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pamplona to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a flight costs an average of $498.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $498 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Pamplona to Salou:
A bus is $474 (€384) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pamplona to Salou costing on average $498 (€404).
Other travel options to Salou take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 52m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $78 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54 (€44). The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Pamplona to Salou buses for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:30 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 7h05 | 3:35 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pamplona to Salou run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 16:45. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 4:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Salou — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salou trip today.
Historic defensive tower used for cultural exhibitions and contemporary art shows; Salou’s best-known small museum venue.
Open-air heritage route with preserved civil war bunkers and panels explaining coastal defense history around Cape Salou.
Nearby major Roman museum in Tarragona with mosaics and artifacts; a strong museum option for visitors staying in Salou.
Palm-lined seafront promenade and Salou’s signature walking area, linking beaches, fountains, sculptures, and major viewpoints.
Scenic coastal path with coves, cliffs, and lookout points between beaches; one of the best walks for views in Salou.
Historic neighborhood around the church and port, offering a more local atmosphere than the beachfront tourist zone.
Arrossejat is a Costa Daurada rice dish cooked in rich fish stock, often with cuttlefish or prawns. It is a local seaside favorite linked to nearby fishing traditions.
Suquet de peix is a Catalan fisherman’s stew of local fish, potatoes, garlic, and saffron. It is traditional along the Tarragona coast and prized for deep seafood flavor.
Romesco sauce, made with roasted peppers, almonds, hazelnuts, garlic, and olive oil, is a hallmark of Tarragona cuisine. It is served with fish, vegetables, and calçots.
Refined restaurant at Gran Palas Hotel, offering modern Mediterranean cooking and a more elegant atmosphere for special meals.
Established seafood restaurant on the seafront, known for rice dishes, paella, and Mediterranean fish in a relaxed coastal setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled meats, and Spanish favorites. It has a lively, informal atmosphere and a long-standing local following.
Moderate for Costa Dorada resorts: hotels rise in summer, meals are fair, and local buses are affordable versus larger Spanish beach cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Salou, Avenida de Joan Fuster (Port Aventura) -> Plaça d'Europa, Salou
The Pamplona Salou bus line attracts a large number of passengers during the summer. It covers a distance of more than 400 kilometres in less than 6 hours to connect the capital of Navarre with one of the most touristic cities on the Costa Dorada, in Tarragona.
The companies that offer the Pamplona Salou bus service are Hife and Vibasa. Both have large capacity coaches and in most cases have free WiFi, reclining seats and individual air conditioning, among other amenities.
The journey time of the Pamplona Salou buses is just over 5.5 hours. The itinerary passes through important cities, such as Lérida or Tarragona.
In summertime, there are two buses Pamplona Salou daily, including weekends. This direct route between the two cities is usually suspended after the first weekend in September, a period in which the demand for this trip falls.
Pamplona bus station: its modern facilities have three plants. It has elevators and escalators. Plant -2 brings together most establishments, such as shops, restaurants, pharmacies, gymnasiums, etc. There is also access to the caravan and motorhome car park. The car park is located on the -3 floor. The station has slogans, toilets, information point, waiting area and many other services. Lines L13 and L16 of the urban bus network reach this station, although in the neighbouring Plaza de las Merindades there is access to other lines.
Salou Bus Station: Actually, it is a big bus stop on the surface, located in a privileged place: in the middle of Passeig de Jaume I, next to the central statue. This is where the coaches of the companies that offer this service stop and it is precisely from here that many of the local buses depart, which the traveller will identify by the "Plana" sign, the company that manages the bus lines of the Costa Dorada: Cambrils, Camp de Tarragona station, etc. In the vicinity of this stop-station there are restaurants, shops, taxis, bank offices and everything that a tourist city can offer.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pamplona to Salou by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pamplona to Salou buses use the Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) to Salou, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Pamplona and Salou bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda).
Available at Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda): Elevators, ramps.
Salou, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and accept major cards.
Ticket office support is available at Salou, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Salou, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salou, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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